Welcome to the latest edition of the Hoops Finance Newsletter! We’re thrilled to announce the release of Hoops Finance Version 0.3.4, a significant step forward in our mission to bring transparency and accessibility to decentralized finance (DeFi) on the Stellar ecosystem. Alongside this update, we recently had the privilege of presenting our progress at the Stellar Developer Meeting on January 23, 2025. In this article, we’ll dive into what’s new in Version 0.3.4, recap our presentation, and share how you can get involved in shaping the future of DeFi with us.
What’s New in Version 0.3.4?
Hoops Finance version 0.3.4
Our team has been hard at work refining the Hoops Finance platform, and Version 0.3.4 brings a host of improvements and bug fixes to enhance your experience. Here’s what’s changed:
Mobile View Fix: Resolved an issue where the profile menu wasn’t displaying correctly on mobile devices, ensuring a seamless experience across all screen sizes.
Enhanced Profile Data: Updated profile functionality now shows linked accounts, making it easier to manage your DeFi interactions.
Desktop Improvements: Fixed layout inconsistencies for a smoother desktop experience.
Stability Boost: Multiple merges and conflict resolutions have strengthened the platform’s foundation, paving the way for future features.
These updates reflect our commitment to delivering a user-friendly interface that empowers you to navigate liquidity pools and risk analytics with confidence. Whether you’re a casual user or a developer tapping into our API, Version 0.3.4 is designed to make your journey in DeFi more intuitive and reliable.
Spotlight: Stellar Developer Meeting Presentation
On January 23, 2025, the Hoops Finance team, led by Bastian and Timothy, took the virtual stage at the Stellar Developer Meeting to showcase our progress and vision. If you missed it, you can watch the full presentation here:
During the meeting, we unveiled our revamped user interface (UI) and walked through our core mission: providing human-readable risk analytics for blockchain liquidity pools. Here’s a snapshot of what we covered:
New UI Features:
A redesigned Landing Page for a better first impression.
A Pools Page aggregating data from Stellar’s top automated market makers (AMMs) like Soros Swap, Aquarius, Blend, and Phoenix—complete with rankings based on APR pairs, volume, and stablecoin performance.
A Tokens Page highlighting top tokens by volume and liquidity, with detailed info and contract links.
Risk Analytics:
Our proprietary Risk Scores, derived from diverse data points (including social media analysis), help you assess liquidity pool risks at a glance.
Plans for Smart Savings Accounts to automate liquidity management based on these scores are in the works!
API & Developer Tools:
Create an account via Discord, generate API keys, and query detailed metrics from protocols like Aquarius.
Upcoming AI endpoints will deliver human-like responses to make data even more accessible.
Future Roadmap:
Automated Trading Strategies: Set rules to automate trades and liquidity management.
Pass Key Authentication: Enhanced security and user experience.
Mainnet Launch: Targeting summer 2025 (pending audits), with phased rollouts starting with swaps and liquidity features.
We also emphasized our focus on data transparency and accuracy, validated through systems like Soroban contracts, and teased exciting features like portfolio management and a chatbot to guide your investment strategies. The response from the Stellar community was overwhelmingly positive, reinforcing our belief that Hoops Finance is poised to revolutionize DeFi on Stellar.
Why It Matters
At Hoops Finance, we’re not just building a platform—we’re unlocking the potential of the Stellar ecosystem. By making liquidity pool data clear, transparent, and actionable, we’re empowering users and developers alike to thrive in DeFi. Whether you’re looking to optimize yields, manage risks, or build on our API, Version 0.3.4 is a stepping stone toward a more inclusive financial future.
Call to Action: Join the Journey!
We’re gearing up for our Testnet launch soon, and we need you to help us make Hoops Finance the best it can be. Here’s how you can get involved:
Share Your Feedback: Let us know what works, what doesn’t, and what you’d love to see next. Your input drives our development.
Watch the Presentation: Check out our Stellar Developer Meeting demo at this link to see where we’re headed.
Together, we can refine Hoops Finance into a game-changer for Stellar DeFi. Don’t wait—jump in today and help us shape the future of finance!
Looking Ahead
With a Mainnet launch on the horizon and ambitious plans for automation and enterprise use cases, 2025 is shaping up to be a landmark year for Hoops Finance. Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being part of this exciting journey.
Until next time,
The Hoops Finance Team